Previously committed to the Trojans, reports say Ramsey will sign with the Seminoles.

Feb. 5, 2013

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Brendan Bures

Sports Editor @BrenBures

National Signing Day isn’t until tomorrow, but Florida State has already flipped one of the top recruits of the nation to come to Tallahassee. Five-star cornerback Jalen Ramey is expected to sign with FSU tomorrow, according to reports from SB Nation’s Bud Elliott.

Ramsey was committed to USC for months, but the arrival of FSU defensive coordinator Jeremy Pruitt, who coached defensive backs at Alabama, changed the recruit’s mind. Ramsey’s commitment to USC was doubtful as the DB had also expressed serious interest in both FSU and UF.

According to Elliott, coaches from FSU have been informed of Ramsey’s change of heart as well as coaches from both USC and UF.

Ramsey stands at 6’1”and weighs 190 pounds. The defensive back recruit from Brentwood, Tenn. is expected to contend for playing time in Florida State’s secondary and special teams immediately should the commitment to the Seminoles hold true. With the departure of Xavier Rhodes, Ramsey with his 4.5-40 yard dash speed should be a nice addition beside Ronald Darby and Nick Waisome for the ’Noles next season.

Jalen Ramsey is also a decathlete in Track and Field and one has to assume Bob Braman's top Track and Field program at FSU had some sway in Ramsey's decision. Fans will remember WR Marvin Bracy and Darby both stated how influential FSU's Track and Field program was in their eventual commitment to Florida State. It also helps the FSU head coach Jimbo Fisher is one of the few football coaches who promotes two-sport athletes.

Jalen Ramsey is the only the first domino to fall for FSU football, but if Ramsey’s commitment is any indication, it should be a good week for the Seminoles.